The much-delayed redevelopment of La General Hospital is expected to be completed within two years—well ahead of 2028—according to the Member of Parliament (MP) for La Dade-Kotopon, Rita Naa Odoley Sowah.
Speaking during a site visit, the MP reaffirmed the government’s commitment to finishing the hospital project, which has been stalled for years since the original facility was demolished in 2020 to make way for a new 164-bed modern hospital.
The project, which was intended to provide critical healthcare services to residents of La and surrounding communities, has faced prolonged delays. This has forced many residents to rely on facilities such as the Ridge Hospital and Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital for basic medical care.
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Sowah, who also serves as the Deputy Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy, and Religious Affairs, attributed the delays in part to bureaucratic hurdles, especially during the transition between administrations.
“When a new government takes over, they must review documents from the previous administration before continuing any ongoing projects,” she explained.
The MP disclosed that she has been actively engaging with the Minister of Health, who confirmed that all required certificates for the project have been raised and are now under processing at the Ministry of Finance.
“He has assured me that the certificates are at the Ministry of Finance and are being worked on,” she noted, emphasizing that verification site visits are crucial to confirm that the reported work on the ground has actually been done.
Sowah expressed optimism about the hospital’s completion, saying that around 30% of the work has already been done, and she is confident the remaining work can be finished in two years.
“I believe that by 2026, the facility will be ready for use. It will not drag on until 2028, believe you me,” she affirmed.
The La General Hospital redevelopment forms a significant part of the government’s broader health infrastructure agenda. The new facility will feature a five-story outpatient department, inpatient wards, maternity and neonatal units, four surgical theatres, and a modern accident and emergency center.
Once completed, the hospital is expected to ease pressure on overstretched health facilities in Accra and improve access to quality healthcare in the La enclave.
Tying the project to the broader vision of universal healthcare, the MP concluded by highlighting the government’s renewed focus on citizen welfare.
“We have a father who cares. That’s why we are introducing ‘Mahama Care’—to ensure healthcare access for every Ghanaian,” she said.
Story By: Afia Ohenewaa Akyerem